William “Bill” Charles Ruffino, born to the late Frank Ruffino, Sr. and June (Harris) Ruffino, died peacefully on November 30, 2022 with his sister Lori Helmedach at his side.
Along with his sister, Bill leaves his brother-in-law and fishing buddy Ken Helmedach; his beloved nephew Jimmy Priest, who he loved with all of his heart. He also leaves several nieces and nephews who will miss him dearly. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Louis Ruffino. He also leaves his estranged brother Frank Ruffino, Jr. and his estranged sister Michele Priest.
Fish on my brother!
A memorial service will be planned in the future. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill’s memory may be made to Middlefield Volunteer Fire Company Public Education Fund, 405 Main Street, Suite #7, Middlefield, CT 06455. To share memories or send condolences to the family, please visit www.doolittlefuneralservice.com.
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